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Tikkun Olam

Tikkun olam (repair the world) is a concept our students learn throughout their MJDS experience. Our responsibility, as Jews and as people, is to make the world a better place. Our tradition -- from the early precepts of the Torah through the rabbinic literature to today -- students explore what it means to repair the world. Led through Mitzvah Day, Voice of the Children and multiple opportunities throughout the grades internalize this core Jewish principle and do their part to repair the world.

Mitzvah Day

Mitzvah Day is held annually in memory of Michael Kovnar, a seventh grade MJDS student who passed away due to cancer in 1999. To honor his short life and legacy of raising money for others in need, upper school students volunteer at different locations all over the city while lower school students do work for a number of different charities within the building.

Organizations that students volunteer with include:

      • Jewish Community Center
      • Gan Ami
      • St. Ann's
      • Hunger Task Force
      • The Jewish Home
      • SHARP Literacy
      • VA Hospital
      • Hope House and more.

Mitzvah Day is an incredible day of community service and a special tradition at MJDS.

Better Together

Beginning in 2023, this program pairs middle school students with empty nesters. It inspires teens to express their Jewish identity while creating connections with senior citizens, alleviating boredom and bridging generations. We are excited to partner with community organizations to facilitate these intergenerational friendships.

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Students Built a Tiny Home

Students got hands-on design and building experience as they created a custom Tiny Home that was delivered to the Veterans Village in Racine. The organization addresses the needs of homeless veterans and provides them with their own personal home with a bed, chair and television. Meals and bathroom facilities are available in the communal lodge to encourage social interaction and reduce isolation.